Mokpo Coast Guard Conducts Intensive Inspections to Prevent Marine Pollution Targeting Oil Tankers

Mokpo Coast Guard is conducting intensive inspections targeting tanker personnel to prevent large-scale marine pollution accidents. Photo by Mokpo Coast Guard

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] Mokpo Maritime Police Station announced on the 16th that it will conduct intensive inspections of oil tankers in the jurisdiction from the 18th of this month to the 15th of next month to prevent large-scale marine pollution accidents.

Marine pollution accidents involving oil tankers are more dangerous compared to other vessels and can cause significant damage to the marine environment, so special caution is required.

Also, following the full enforcement of the mandatory double-hull structure for small oil tankers on January 1, 2022, oil tankers with a gross tonnage under 600 tons must have a double-hull structure.

Accordingly, the maritime police will focus on inspecting ▲ compliance with the mandatory double-hull structure for small oil tankers ▲ implementation status of marine pollution emergency plans ▲ false issuance of pollution material collection certificates and proper disposal of pollutants ▲ statutory stock and management status of containment materials and chemicals.

A Mokpo maritime police official said, “To prevent large-scale marine pollution caused by oil tankers, it is necessary for shipowners and other oil tanker stakeholders to cultivate safety awareness and actively participate.”

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